But officials say new resources needed

11:47 PM,
Oct. 7, 2012

Pam Anderson, executive director of A Forever Recovery talks about their treatments.

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At first glance, it might seem Battle Creek has enough resources to help those seeking substance abuse treatment.

But the people who staff and manage those programs, those who are on the front lines of the struggle, said that the problem is bigger than most know and more resources are needed.

"It's a huge problem," said Paul Metler, mental health provider Summit Pointe's clinical director. "I would say a significant number of people, more than I think the public understands, have substance abuse problems." ...